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Fort Canning Lighthouse

Not specified🇸🇬Singapore, SGInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fort Canning Lighthouse

Fort Canning Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Singapore, SG. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal.

Position: Fort Canning Lighthouse is positioned at 1.2934°N, 103.8465°E, near Singapore in SG.

Geographic context: Fort Canning Lighthouse is situated on the South China Sea, within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. The location falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round.

Nearby lighthouses in SG: Other lighthouses in the region include Batu Berhanti, Bedok, Berlayer Point, Helen Mar Reef, Pulau Nipah. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Tanjong Pagar

SGTPG

1.6 NMS

Keppel

SGKEP

1.8 NMSSW

Pasir Panjang

SGPAP

4.1 NMWSW

PASIR PANJANG Terminal

SGPPT

4.8 NMW

Singapore

SGSIN

5.9 NMWSW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Singapore
Country
🇸🇬SG
Latitude
1.2934°
Longitude
103.8465°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fort Canning Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Canning Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tanjong Pagar at 1.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Keppel (1.8 NM SSW), Pasir Panjang (4.1 NM WSW), PASIR PANJANG Terminal (4.8 NM W), Singapore (5.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Canning Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fort Canning Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Fort Canning Lighthouse?+
Fort Canning Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Fort Canning Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Canning Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.